Module 2 U2 Flashcards
1
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Identify the role of religions in society
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The role of religions in society is evident within four categories, namely;
- Religious
- Political
- Social
- Cultural
2
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role of religion in SOCIETY
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- provides a service or support to people or groups within society
- have and do play an important role
- e.g -> Hospitals, schools and welfare services provided by religious groups and individuals
3
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Role of religion in RELIGION
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- promote, support and develop within each person their ability to listen to, be in touch with and respond to questions of the HUMAN HEART
- as people seek, sense and think about God they are provided with oppurtunities to develop their experience of God.
4
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role of religion in culture
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- may seek to express their religious conviction, hopes and desires through various artistic and cultural expressions
- any form of music, art, drama that reflects upon elements draw from a religion contributes to and shapes the culture of a society
- i.e POP CULTURE
- i.e DaVinci’s ‘The Last Supper’
5
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role of religion in culture
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- may seek to express their religious conviction, hopes and desires through various artistic and cultural expressions
- any form of music, art, drama that reflects upon elements draw from a religion contributes to and shapes the culture of a society
- i.e POP CULTURE
- i.e DaVinci’s ‘The Last Supper’
6
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Points for religion in society
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Brings people together Something people have in common Set of values Provides vital life lessons Lessons would have a small chance of getting through without religion Provides a moral compass Provides guidance in grey areas Can turn to when life gets hard, community Charitable organisations In the name of religion charity Provides purpose Changes peoples lives
7
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points against religion in society
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Oppression of women Lack of responsibility, God's will All apart of God's plan Tribalism, separation of insiders from outsiders Used for personal gain Extremism
